Pecan Pie Recipe
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Mix well.
- 2
Add Butter
Cut the unsalted butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, blend the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Form the Dough
Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until a dough forms. Do not overmix. Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 4
- 5
Pre-bake the Crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the crust for about 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from oven and let it cool.
Filling Preparation
- 6
Mix the Filling
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and corn syrup until well combined.
- 7
Add Butter and Vanilla
Stir in the melted unsalted butter and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- 8
Incorporate Eggs
Add the eggs, one at a time, and mix well after each addition until fully incorporated.
- 9
Add Pecans
Fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the filling mixture.
- 10
Fill the Crust
Pour the pecan filling into the pre-baked crust, spreading it evenly.
- 11
Bake the Pie
Bake in the preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
- 12
Cool and Serve
Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing. Serve at room temperature or chilled.